AI intelligent shopping trolley with lifting function and use method thereof

Abstract

The invention discloses an AI intelligent shopping trolley with a lifting function and a using method thereof.The AI intelligent shopping trolley comprises a trolley body, trundles arranged at the bottom of the trolley body and a shopping basket arranged on the trolley body, an AI intelligent shopping assistant is arranged on the trolley body, and a storage table is arranged in the shopping basket; the vehicle body is provided with a driving mechanism capable of driving the storage table to ascend and descend, and the vehicle body is provided with a vehicle locking mechanism capable of locking the trundles. And meanwhile, the AI intelligent shopping assistant is arranged to assist the user in shopping, and help of shopping guidance is provided, so that the intelligence and convenience of shopping are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of AI intelligence, and in particular to an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function and a method for using the same. Background Art

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve and the pace of life continues to accelerate, people's requirements for the convenience and speed of shopping in shopping malls are getting higher and higher. Traditional trolleys only have basic carrying functions and cannot meet the diverse needs of users during shopping. In addition, when placing goods in the shopping basket of the trolley or taking them out of the shopping basket, due to the heavy weight of some goods (rice, oil), it takes a lot of effort to do it, which is very unfriendly to the elderly and women. Summary of the invention

[0003] In view of this, an object of the present invention is to provide an AI smart shopping trolley with an intelligent storage table in the shopping basket that can be raised and lowered for easy placement of merchandise.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the technical problem is:

[0005] An AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function comprises a body, casters arranged at the bottom of the body, and a shopping basket arranged on the body, the body is provided with an AI smart shopping assistant, the shopping basket is provided with a storage table, the body is provided with a driving mechanism capable of driving the storage table to be lifted and lowered, and the body is provided with a locking mechanism capable of locking the casters.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the AI ​​smart shopping assistant includes:

[0007] Data processing module: including central processing unit and graphics processing unit, used for logical operations, data management and application execution, and image processing;

[0008] Image generation module: including a graphics rendering engine, used to generate virtual human images in real time according to a preset virtual human model and animation data;

[0009] Display module: including a touch screen display for displaying a virtual human image;

[0010] Input module: including a microphone array, used to recognize the user's voice information;

[0011] Output module: including speakers, used for the speech output of virtual people;

[0012] Artificial intelligence module: Generates conversation content with users based on the ChatGPT model;

[0013] Network communication module: realizes communication with the Internet through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection, so as to wirelessly control the driving mechanism and the locking mechanism to work;

[0014] Storage module: used for data storage.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, baffles are provided on both the front and rear sides, and the left or right side of the storage table, so that an opening is formed on the left or right side of the baffle.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a laser ranging sensor is provided on the storage platform and located on one side of the opening.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shopping basket includes a base frame that can support the storage table, and a fence arranged around the base frame, the bottom of the base frame is provided with a through hole, and the driving mechanism includes an electric push rod arranged on the vehicle body and located below the shopping basket, and the output end of the electric push rod passes through the through hole and is connected to the bottom of the storage table.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle locking mechanism includes an electromagnetic lock disposed at the bottom of the vehicle body, and a friction block disposed at an output end of the electromagnetic lock and capable of abutting against the outer side of the caster.

[0019] The present invention also provides a method for using an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function, the method steps comprising:

[0020] S1. Establish a commodity information database for storing commodity information;

[0021] The product information includes basic information, parameter specifications, functional characteristics, price information, instructions for use, and sales area;

[0022] S2. Take out the AI ​​smart shopping cart as described above to shop, wake up the AI ​​smart shopping assistant on the cart and communicate with it, collect the user's voice information through the microphone array on the input module, so as to recognize the user's voice information and understand his shopping needs, and then retrieve the product information by establishing a product information database, and display the product information through the touch screen display on the display module for the user to view;

[0023] S3. When checking out after shopping, push the AI ​​smart shopping cart to the side of the checkout counter, and then give the AI ​​smart shopping assistant a command to lift the storage table. The AI ​​smart shopping assistant then controls the drive mechanism through the network communication module to lift the storage table, making it easier for the user to move the goods on the storage table to the checkout counter for settlement.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, S3 further includes:

[0025] S301. Issue an instruction to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant to settle the bill after shopping, and the display screen on the AI ​​smart shopping assistant will display a settlement channel with a settlement counter located on one side of the opening.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, S3 further includes:

[0027] S302. Before the network communication module controls the driving mechanism to work, the network communication module controls the vehicle locking mechanism to lock the vehicle.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, S3 further includes:

[0029] S303. When the storage table is controlled to be lifted and is higher than the shopping basket, the laser ranging sensor will measure the distance between the storage table and the checkout counter. When the distance exceeds the set value (30-300mm), it will be fed back to the network communication module to control the drive mechanism to stop working so that the surface of the storage table is not lower than the surface of the checkout counter.

[0030] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the AI ​​smart shopping trolley includes a body, casters and a shopping basket, an AI smart shopping assistant is provided on the body, a storage table is provided in the shopping basket, a driving mechanism that can drive the storage table to be raised and lowered is provided on the body, and a locking mechanism that can lock the casters is provided on the body, so that it is convenient for users to take and place goods from the storage table. At the same time, the AI ​​smart shopping assistant is used to assist users in shopping and provide the help of a shopping guide, thereby improving the intelligence and convenience of shopping. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function according to the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of a storage table in an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function according to the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of a shopping basket in an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function according to the present invention;

[0034] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of a locking mechanism in an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function according to the present invention;

[0035] Figure 5 It is a flow chart of a method for using an AI smart shopping cart of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 6 It is a flow chart of steps S301-S303 in a method for using an AI smart shopping cart of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be described clearly and completely below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 4 , an AI smart shopping cart with lifting function, comprising a body 1, casters 2 arranged at the bottom of the body 1, and a shopping basket 3 arranged on the body 1, the body 1 is provided with an AI smart shopping assistant 4, the shopping basket 3 is provided with a storage table 5, the body 1 is provided with a driving mechanism 6 that can drive the storage table 5 to be lifted and lowered, and the body 1 is provided with a locking mechanism 7 that can lock the casters 2. In this way, the storage table is driven to be lifted and lowered by the driving mechanism 6, so that it is convenient for users to place goods on the storage table 5 or take them out from the storage table 5. At the same time, the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 is provided to assist users in shopping and provide the help of a shopping guide, thereby effectively improving the intelligence and convenience of shopping and bringing consumers a new shopping experience.

[0039] In this solution, the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 includes:

[0040] Data processing module: It consists of a central processing unit and a graphics processing unit, and is mainly responsible for logical operations, data management, application execution, and image processing. The central processing unit, as the core computing unit, processes various data instructions, while the graphics processing unit focuses on image-related data processing. The two work together to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of data processing in the entire system.

[0041] Image generation module: Built-in graphics rendering engine, can generate virtual human images in real time based on preset virtual human models and animation data. By building virtual human models and setting animation data, it can present a virtual image with rich expressions and movements, enhancing the visual interaction effect with users.

[0042] Display module: A touch screen display is used to display the virtual human image generated by the image generation module. The touch screen display can not only clearly display the virtual human image, but also has a touch interaction function. Users can input relevant instructions through touch operations and interact with the smart shopping assistant conveniently and quickly.

[0043] Input module: Equipped with a microphone array, it is specially used to recognize the user's voice information. The microphone array can receive sound signals from different directions, and accurately extract and recognize the voice information through the ASR system, converting the user's voice commands into data information that can be processed by the system.

[0044] Output module: Contains speakers, responsible for the virtual person's voice output. When the system generates a voice response based on the user's interaction needs, the speaker can play the voice information clearly to achieve voice interaction with the user.

[0045] Artificial Intelligence Module: Built on the ChatGPT model, it can generate conversation content for communicating with users. This module uses ChatGPT's powerful natural language processing capabilities to understand users' questions or instructions, and generates reasonable, accurate and logical responses to provide users with personalized shopping consultation and suggestions.

[0046] Network communication module: With the help of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection, a communication connection with the Internet is established. Through this connection, on the one hand, data can be uploaded and downloaded, such as updating the product information database, obtaining real-time promotion information, etc.; on the other hand, the driving mechanism 6 and the locking mechanism 7 can be wirelessly controlled to work. The user can operate the lifting and lowering of the storage table 5 and the locking and unlocking of the casters 2 through wireless control, which greatly improves the convenience and autonomy of shopping.

[0047] Storage module: It consists of memory and solid-state hard disk, and is used to store various types of data. The memory provides space for temporary storage of data when the system is running, ensuring the smooth operation of the system; the solid-state hard disk is used to store a large amount of data for a long time, such as virtual human model data, product information database, etc., to ensure the security and stable storage of data.

[0048] In this solution, baffles 51 are provided on both the front and rear sides and the left or right side of the storage platform 5, so that an opening 52 is formed on the left or right side of the baffle 51. The baffles 51 can prevent the goods placed on the storage platform 5 from falling when the storage platform 5 is raised or lowered; at the same time, the formed opening 52 is convenient for users to put goods on the storage platform 5 or remove goods from the storage platform 5. Furthermore, a laser distance sensor 53 is provided on the storage platform 5 and on one side of the opening 52. The laser distance sensor 53 is used to control the height of the storage platform 5 to avoid the height of the storage platform 5 being too high and not convenient for users to use.

[0049] In this solution, the shopping basket 3 includes a base frame 31 that can support the storage table 5, and a fence 32 arranged around the base frame 31. The bottom of the base frame 31 is provided with a through hole 33. The driving mechanism 6 includes an electric push rod 61 arranged on the vehicle body 1 and located below the shopping basket 3. The output end of the electric push rod 61 passes through the through hole 33 and is connected to the bottom of the storage table 5. The electric push rod 61 is wirelessly controlled through the network communication module, thereby realizing the lifting and lowering of the storage table 5 in the shopping basket 3.

[0050] In this embodiment, the vehicle locking mechanism 7 includes an electromagnetic lock 71 arranged at the bottom of the vehicle body 1, and a friction block 72 arranged at the output end of the electromagnetic lock 71 and capable of abutting against the outer side of the caster 2. The electromagnetic lock 71 is communicatively connected to the network communication module to lock the caster 2.

[0051] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The present invention also provides a method for using an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function, the method steps comprising:

[0052] S1. Establish a commodity information database for storing commodity information;

[0053] The product information includes basic information, parameter specifications, functional characteristics, price information, instructions for use, and sales area;

[0054] S2. Take out the AI ​​smart shopping cart as described above to go shopping, wake up the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 on the car body 1 and communicate with it, collect the user's voice information through the microphone array on the input module, so as to recognize the user's voice information and understand his shopping needs, and then retrieve the product information by establishing a product information database, and display the product information through the touch screen display on the display module for the user to view;

[0055] S3. When checking out after shopping, push the AI ​​smart shopping cart to the side of the checkout counter, and then give the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 an instruction to lift the storage table 5 (say to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 that I need to lift the storage table 5 to transfer the goods on it to the checkout counter for settlement). After the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 recognizes the corresponding information, it controls the driving mechanism 6 to work through the network communication module on it, so as to lift the storage table 5, making it convenient for the user to move the goods on the storage table 5 to the checkout counter for settlement.

[0056] In this program,

[0057] The S2 also includes:

[0058] S201. When it is necessary to place the goods on the storage table 5, an instruction to lift the storage table 5 is issued to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 (say to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 that I need to lift the storage table 5 to place the goods on the storage table 5). After the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 recognizes the corresponding information, it controls the driving mechanism 6 to work through the network communication module thereon, thereby lifting the storage table 5.

[0059] The S3 also includes:

[0060] S301. Issue an instruction to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 to settle the bill after shopping. The display screen on the AI ​​smart shopping assistant 4 will display the corresponding settlement channel, so that the settlement counter is located on one side of the opening 52, making it convenient to move the goods on the storage table 5 to the settlement counter.

[0061] S302. Before the network communication module controls the driving mechanism 6 to work, the network communication module controls the vehicle locking mechanism 7 to lock the vehicle.

[0062] S303. When the storage table 5 is controlled to be lifted and the storage table 5 is higher than the shopping basket 3, the laser distance sensor 53 will measure the distance between the storage table 5 and the checkout counter. When the distance between them exceeds the set value (30-300mm), it will delay feedback to the network communication module to control the driving mechanism 6 to stop working, so that the storage table 5 continues to move up for a distance and then stops, so that the surface of the storage table 5 is not lower than the surface of the checkout counter, which is convenient for the user to move the goods on the storage table 5 to the checkout counter.

[0063] Based on the above ideal embodiments of the present invention, the relevant staff can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of the present invention through the above description. The technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the contents of the specification, and its technical scope must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function, comprising a trolley body (1), casters (2) arranged at the bottom of the trolley body (1), and a shopping basket (3) arranged on the trolley body (1), characterized in that: The vehicle body (1) is provided with an AI smart shopping assistant (4), the shopping basket (3) is provided with a storage platform (5), the vehicle body (1) is provided with a driving mechanism (6) capable of driving the storage platform (5) to be raised or lowered, and the vehicle body (1) is provided with a locking mechanism (7) capable of locking the casters (2).

2. According to the AI ​​smart shopping trolley with lifting function described in claim 1, the AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) comprises: Data processing module: including central processing unit and graphics processing unit, used for logical operations, data management and application execution, and image processing; Image generation module: including a graphics rendering engine, used to generate virtual human images in real time according to a preset virtual human model and animation data; Display module: including a touch screen display for displaying a virtual human image; Input module: including a microphone array, used to recognize the user's voice information; Output module: including speakers, used for the speech output of virtual people; Artificial intelligence module: Generates conversation content with users based on the ChatGPT model; Network communication module: communicating with the Internet via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection, thereby wirelessly controlling the driving mechanism (6) and the locking mechanism (7) to operate; Storage module: used for data storage.

3. According to the AI ​​smart shopping trolley with lifting function described in claim 2, baffles (51) are provided on the front and rear sides, and the left or right side of the storage platform (5), so that an opening (52) is formed on the left or right side of the baffle (51).

4. According to the AI ​​smart shopping trolley with lifting function described in claim 3, a laser ranging sensor (53) is provided on the storage platform (5) and located on one side of the opening (52).

5. An AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the shopping basket (3) includes a base frame (31) that can support the storage table (5), and a fence (32) arranged around the base frame (31), and a through hole (33) is provided at the bottom of the base frame (31), and the driving mechanism (6) includes an electric push rod (61) arranged on the vehicle body (1) and located below the shopping basket (3), and the output end of the electric push rod (61) passes through the through hole (33) and is connected to the bottom of the storage table (5).

6. According to an AI smart shopping trolley with a lifting function as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, the trolley locking mechanism (7) comprises an electromagnetic lock (71) arranged at the bottom of the trolley body (1), and a friction block (72) arranged on the output end of the electromagnetic lock (71) and capable of abutting against the outer side of the caster (2).

7. A method for using an AI smart shopping cart, characterized in that: The method steps include: S1. Establish a commodity information database for storing commodity information; The product information includes basic information, parameter specifications, functional characteristics, price information, instructions for use, and sales area; S2. Take out the AI ​​smart shopping cart as described in any one of claims 4 to 6 to go shopping, wake up the AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) on the cart body (1) and communicate with it, collect the user's voice information through the microphone array on the input module, so as to recognize the user's voice information and understand his shopping needs, then retrieve the product information through the product information library, and display the product information through the touch screen display on the display module for the user to view; S3. When the purchase is completed and the payment is made, the AI ​​smart shopping cart is pushed to the side of the checkout counter, and then a command is issued to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) to raise the storage table (5). The AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) then controls the driving mechanism (6) to work through the network communication module, thereby raising the storage table (5), making it easier for the user to move the goods on the storage table (5) to the checkout counter for payment.

8. According to the method for using the AI ​​smart shopping cart of claim 7, said S3 further comprises: S301. Send an instruction to the AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) to settle the bill after shopping. The display screen on the AI ​​smart shopping assistant (4) will display the settlement channel at the settlement counter located on one side of the opening (52).

9. According to the method for using the AI ​​smart shopping cart of claim 8, said S3 further comprises: S302. Before the network communication module controls the driving mechanism (6) to work, the network communication module controls the vehicle locking mechanism (7) to lock the vehicle.

10. The method for using an AI smart shopping cart according to claim 9, wherein S3 further comprises: S303. When the storage table (5) is controlled to be lifted and the storage table (5) is higher than the shopping basket (3), the laser distance sensor (53) will measure the distance between the storage table (5) and the checkout counter. When the distance between them exceeds the set value (30-300mm), it will be fed back to the network communication module to control the driving mechanism (6) to stop working, so that the surface of the storage table (5) is not lower than the surface of the checkout counter.

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